Armstrong Clark Stain 5 Gallon

Armstrong-Clark's deck and siding wood stain makes use of conditioning oils that part from the drying oils in the formula. The nondrying oils penetrate into the wood and take the place of the wood's diminishing natural oils. This process revives and restores wood.

The drying oils stay on the wood surface and lock in the conditioning oils to produce a barrier that is dry to the touch. Armstrong's deck and siding wood stain contain vegetable oils in addition to transparent pigments, solvents, mildewcides and water repellents.

Application can be done in direct sunlight and on hot days. If the first coat of stain penetrates within 30 minutes an additional coat may be applied for extra protection.

Applies easily by roller, brush, garden sprayer or airless sprayer. During spraying - going back over with a brush or roller will help give a more even appearance. After 24 hours any remaining puddles or glossy spots can be removed using a dry rag.

Older wood is reconditioned by deep penetrating nondrying oils.

Drying oils lock in the conditioning oils while pigments and water repellents lock out moisture and UV damage.

*We do not guarantee stain colors as they will vary widely depending on the wood type, age of wood, prepping of wood, and application. Small samples are available at top.

Reviews

Thursday, 28 September 2017

I don't write product reviews. However, this stain is too good not to write one. We replaced our 34 year old deck floorboards last summer. During the past year, we researched deck stains and discovered that oil-based stains are becoming harder to find, which led us to Armstrong Clark. First of all, the option of buying samples is genius, as I would have chosen the wrong color without samples to test. After prepping the deck with the cleaner and brightener, the first difference I noticed from 34 years ago was that you no longer have to spend fifteen minutes trying to stir the thick sludge from the bottom of the can into a usable product. The Armstrong Clark stain was so easy to stir! The semi-transparent stain then went on evenly, was absorbed quickly, and dried to a rich, beautiful color. I love this stain! It has just recently been applied, so I can't write about its longevity yet, but this is a high quality product, and I am confident it will perform as described. We are thrilled with the way our deck looks, and will not hesitate to recommend it to others. A dreaded chore became a joy!

Linda

Thursday, 22 June 2017

Armstrong Clark is the top rated VOC compliant penetrating oil based stain. Allowed in all US States and Canada!

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I'm interested in getting AC semi-transparent stain for our western red cedar deck. We want a mid brown color. We've heard the cedar is too yellow, the rustic brown looks too dark and the redwood looks too red. Is it possible to mix the colors? (e.g. 50/50 cedar and rustic brown) or can you recommend something that will be mid brown on cedar? Thanks!

Yes you can mix them. Not sure what the ratio would be and this varies based on your wood type and age. Might want to get a few samples from our site and test the ratios to see what color you would want.

I'm interested in getting AC semi-transparent stain for our western red cedar deck. We want a mid brown color. We've heard the cedar is too yellow, the rustic brown looks too dark and the redwood looks too red. Is it possible to mix the colors? (e.g. 50/50 cedar and rustic brown) or can you recommend something that will be mid brown on cedar? Thanks!

I'm in Ontario and putting in a new cedar deck in Sept.I assume that I need to stain the deck right away before winter?Also, what is the difference between the transparent and semi transparent wrt protection? The deck will be in morning sun. What do you recommend?

New wood needs to season for 2-3 months. You also need to prep first with the Restore A Deck Kit that we sell before staining. Semi-transparent will give a little better UV protection.

I'm in Ontario and putting in a new cedar deck in Sept.I assume that I need to stain the deck right away before winter?Also, what is the difference between the transparent and semi transparent wrt protection? The deck will be in morning sun. What do you recommend?

What would you recommend for best UV protection on a new cedar deck that surrounds a swimming pool? How many coats and best waiting period? We are near Lawrence, KS, hot humid summers, fairly harsh winters, medium amount of snow. Deck is full sun until about 5pm.

Wait 3 months. Prep first with Restore A deck Kit. Stain with 1 coat of stain. Use a semi-trans or semi-solid color.

What would you recommend for best UV protection on a new cedar deck that surrounds a swimming pool? How many coats and best waiting period? We are near Lawrence, KS, hot humid summers, fairly harsh winters, medium amount of snow. Deck is full sun until about 5pm.

I have a 10 yr old mahogany deck, last treated with CABOT about 6 years ago. It is half in the sun and half in the shade. I Live in Maine. I prefer the clear choice but want to preserve it. It is now a deep brown with graying which is fine by me. Do you recommend a color? I am power washing it; do I need to do more to prep? Thanks

How long can I store the stain? I ordered 15 gallons and have about 4 gallons left over as coverage was better than expected. Can I store for about 3 years for re-application or do I need to find another project to use it on? Thanks.

I applied a 1st and 2nd coat on about half the deck on the same day and it looks fine but did not have time to finish the second coat on about half the deck. Can I apply the 2nd coat on the remainder of the deck about a week after applying the first coat? Thanks.